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Toast Review
By Jamie Johnson | October 03, 2024

Toast works equally well for a small restaurant that's just getting started and a large chain looking to service multiple sites. It has also done a great job of pivoting in the midst of the pandemic,...

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Lightspeed Review
By Jamie Johnson | October 03, 2024

Lightspeed's POS system is designed for retail businesses, restaurants and golf courses. Learn whether Lightspeed is the right choice for your business.

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7 Websites for Comparing Small Business Insurance Quotes
By Amanda Clark | September 10, 2024

Finding the proper insurance coverage at a reasonable rate for your small business can be a challenge. Use these websites as online quote-comparison tools.

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Epos Now Review and Pricing Plans
By Jamie Johnson | September 06, 2024

Epos Now is an easy-to-use POS system with features for retailers, restaurants and hotels. Learn more about Epos Now's usability, costs and integrations.

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PayPal and Merchant Account Differences
By Dock David Treece | September 05, 2024

PayPal and merchant accounts have some key differences. While PayPal users get an account similar to a merchant account, they also get a lot more.

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North Payments Review
By Elsier Otachi | August 27, 2024

This review examines North Payments' business loan offerings and which are best for small businesses.

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Square Credit Card Processing Review
By Elsier Otachi | August 27, 2024

This review of Square's credit card processing services covers rates, fees, and hardware for SMBs.

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National Processing Review
By Elsier Otachi | August 27, 2024

This review examines National Processing's business loan offerings and which are best for small businesses.

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Fora Financial Review
By Max Freedman | August 27, 2024

This review examines Fora Financial's business loan offerings and which are best for small businesses.

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Noble Funding Review
By Max Freedman | August 27, 2024

This review examines Noble Funding's business loan offerings and which are best for SMBs.

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SBG Funding Review
By Max Freedman | August 27, 2024

This review examines SBG Funding's business loan offerings and which are best for small businesses.

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Stripe vs. Authorize.net: Credit Card Processing Comparison
By Jamie Johnson | August 15, 2024

This comparison of Stripe and Authorize.net examines the pros and cons of each, and how they stack up against one another in price and features.

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What Is Reputation Insurance?
By Adam Uzialko | August 13, 2024

This guide explains reputation insurance and how it works to protect the value of a business’s brand.

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Stripe vs. PayPal
By Dock David Treece | August 08, 2024

Read our comparison of Stripe and PayPal to see which provider can best help your business accept payments.

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Zelle for Business
By Julie Thompson | July 08, 2024

Zelle allows instant digital payments. Learn about Zelle’s fees, its pros and cons, how to get started, and how it compares to other digital payment methods.

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High-Risk Credit Card Processing and Merchant Accounts
By Julie Thompson | July 01, 2024

Learn all about high-risk credit card processing and merchant accounts, including the pros and cons, and whether your business needs one.

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FreshBooks Accounting Software Review
By Max Freedman | June 27, 2024

Read our FreshBooks accounting software review to learn why this vendor is our top pick for invoicing.

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Melio Accounting Software
By Max Freedman | June 25, 2024

With options to add bills manually, in bulk or automatically via QuickBooks and Xero integrations, Melio’s free ACH bank payment tools streamline accounts payable management.

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Merchant One vs. Square: Comparing Two of Our Top Credit Card Processors
By Mike Berner | June 20, 2024

What's the difference between Merchant One and Square? Read this comprehensive overview to see how these credit card processors compare and contrast

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FreshBooks vs. Xero: Comparing Top Accounting Software Platforms
By Max Freedman | June 20, 2024

FreshBooks and Xero are top accounting software options. We compared their integrations, pricing, invoicing and more to help you choose between the two.

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Merchant One vs. Clover: Credit Card Processing Comparison
By Businessnewsdaily.com Editorial Staff | June 18, 2024

What's the difference between Merchant One and Clover? Read this comprehensive comparison to see how these credit card processors stack up.

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Clover vs. Square: Comparing Two of Our Top Credit Card Processing Picks
By Eduardo Vasconcellos | June 18, 2024

Clover and Square are top credit card processors with various features that appeal to different businesses. Here's how their services and costs compare.

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How to Enter Credit Card Charges in QuickBooks Online
By Natalie Hamingson | June 17, 2024

If your business needs the most accurate and up-to-date financials, entering credit card transactions manually in QuickBooks Online may be the way to go.

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QuickBooks vs. FreshBooks: Comparing Two of Our Top Accounting Software Picks
By Max Freedman | June 13, 2024

QuickBooks and FreshBooks are both known as top-notch accounting software platforms, especially for invoicing features. How else do they compare?

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Clover vs. Toast Comparison
By Shayna Waltower | June 13, 2024

Clover and Toast are versatile POS systems for retailers and restaurants. Learn how their features, pricing, integrations and customer service compare.

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QuickBooks vs. Xero: Comparing Top Accounting Software Platforms
By Max Freedman | June 11, 2024

QuickBooks and Xero are two of the best accounting software platforms around. We compared them to help you decide which software is best for your business.

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Stax vs. Square: Comparing Top Credit Card Processors
By Max Freedman | June 05, 2024

We compared Stax and Square’s credit card processing services to help you decide which might better serve your business.

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ShopKeep vs. Square
By Jamie Johnson | June 05, 2024

Trying to choose between the point-of-sale (POS) systems ShopKeep and Square? This comparison will help you understand the pros and cons of each.

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FreshBooks vs. QuickBooks Online
By Tom Anziano | June 05, 2024

FreshBooks and QuickBooks are accounting solutions for small businesses. Compare their features and pricing to see which one is best for you.